Hugh Binning
Encyclopedia
Hugh Binning was a Scottish
philosopher. He became regent and professor of philosophy at the University of Glasgow
in 1646, aged 19, a follower of James Dalrymple
. In later life he was well known as an evangelical Christian.
Scotland
Scotland is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Occupying the northern third of the island of Great Britain, it shares a border with England to the south and is bounded by the North Sea to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the north and west, and the North Channel and Irish Sea to the...
philosopher. He became regent and professor of philosophy at the University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of Scotland's four ancient universities. Located in Glasgow, the university was founded in 1451 and is presently one of seventeen British higher education institutions ranked amongst the top 100 of the...
in 1646, aged 19, a follower of James Dalrymple
James Dalrymple, 1st Viscount of Stair
James Dalrymple, 1st Viscount of Stair , Scottish lawyer and statesman, was born at Drummurchie, Barr, South Ayrshire.-Biography:...
. In later life he was well known as an evangelical Christian.
Works
- The Common Principles of the Christian Religion, Clearly Proved, and Singularly Improved;or, A Practical Catechism
- An Useful Case of Conscience, Learnedly and Accurately Discussed and Resolved, Concerning Associations and Confederacies with Idolaters, Infidels, Heretics, Malignants or any other Known Enemies of Truth and Godliness
- A Treatise of Christian Love